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Social Sciences building. Photo credit Jonathan Merin.

UNF History graduate program ranked #7 in nation

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 25, 2020

The Masters Program Guide has ranked UNF’s History graduate program seventh out of the top ten in the entire nation. Factors considered to make the ranking include: Earnings potential, affordability,...

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The words "Police Beat" are written in red and white, surrounded by a white square outline. In the background, a University of North Florida Police Department cruiser is tinted blue.

Police beat: stolen backpacks, a fight, and counterfeit money

Alex Bowman, Police Reporter Feb 25, 2020

Car doors have a lock for a reason On Feb. 18, a UPD officer was dispatched to meet with a UNF student in reference to a stolen backpack, according to a report. The officer met with the victim, who...

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UNF Women's Basketball Head Coach Darrick Gibbs answers the media's questions with a trio of his players.

Baker dominates over Ospreys

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter Feb 24, 2020

Featured image by: Darvin Nelson North Florida’s women’s basketball team snuffed out the Flames in their previous matchup this season. Liberty got their revenge Monday night at home in a commanding...

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UFF-UNF Faculty Matters Button. Photo credit Christian Ayers.

UNF faculty still at odds with BOT over raises

Christian Ayers, Intern Reporter Feb 24, 2020

The United Faculty of Florida’s UNF representatives have yet to agree with the Board of Trustees (BOT) on pay raises for the 2019-2020 school year after another bargaining session on Feb. 21.  The...

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Albert Colom is UNF’s new Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services.
Photo courtesy Oklahoma State University.

Former UNF employee resigns from University of Wisconsin amid gender discrimination allegations

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 24, 2020

Albert Colom, a former UNF Associate Vice President of Enrollment Services, has resigned from his position at University of Wisconsin Eau Claire after an investigation was launched, prompted by allegations...

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Aloszka approved to buy student ASUN tickets

Aloszka approved to buy student ASUN tickets

Emily Echevarria, Government Reporter Feb 24, 2020

Student Body President Aloszka was approved by the Senate to purchase student seats for the upcoming ASUN Quarterfinal game at UNF, allowing students to attend for free. Student Government is partnering...

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Oz-Fest recap: Carnival and concert

Oz-Fest recap: Carnival and concert

Darvin Nelson, General Assignment Reporter Feb 24, 2020

A giant crowd of UNF students swarmed as rappers Rich the Kid and Gunna performed. Gates opened a little after 5 p.m. and students were welcomed with free items, such as an Oz-Fest t-shirt and a stuffed...

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Nevada state flag.

Sanders wins Nevada caucus, moves on to South Carolina

Courtney Green, News Editor Feb 24, 2020

Bernie Sanders had another big win for his campaign on Saturday, February 22. Despite the early hiccup in Iowa, the Vermont senator has now walked away with three states in the Democratic Primaries, winning...

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SG Funds “Coming to Africa”

Emily Echevarria, Government Reporter Feb 24, 2020

Every year, the African Student Association hosts a pageant celebrating African food, culture, and music. This year, they’re changing things up with a silent disco. The club’s president, Randa Abdelhameed,...

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Ospreys rally late, fall to Rutgers in series sweep

Ospreys rally late, fall to Rutgers in series sweep

Drew McDonald, Sports Editor Feb 23, 2020

Featured image by: Darvin Nelson Of all stats in the series finale between Rutgers and UNF, 11 runners left on base were the most glaring for UNF in a 7-6 loss to Rutgers.  “A lot of it comes...

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Seniors shine against Bisons

Seniors shine against Bisons

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter Feb 23, 2020

Featured image by: Darvin Nelson Five seniors, 17 combined seasons, and 5,349 total points. UNF’s men’s basketball team’s class of 2020 has left quite the mark in North Florida’s record books...

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Jazz Bond had 13 rebounds in the ASUN/MAAC Challenge. Photo by Khorri Newton.

Ospreys upset by Bisons on Senior Day

Zach Yearwood, Sports Reporter Feb 23, 2020

Featured image by: Khorri Newton Adrienne Jackson, Janesha Green, Dasha Eremeeva and Victoria Patrick possibly played their last game at UNF Arena on Saturday. Unfortunately, they were unable to stomp...

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